Iran-Israel War: A New Era of Direct Confrontation in the Middle East

The international community reacted with alarm to the escalating conflict. Calls for de-escalation and a ceasefire became urgent. The United States, a staunch ally of Israel, played a crucial role in the diplomatic efforts to halt the hostilities. U.S. President Donald Trump announced on June 24, 2025, that a "complete and total ceasefire" had been brokered between Israel and Iran, bringing the 12-day war to a tentative close.